A surgical instrument designed to remove hard or tough tissues (e.g., bone or cartilage) around the mastoid process (the large projection of the temporal bone of the skull found immediately behind each ear) by applying a biting/cutting action during ear/nose/throat (ENT) surgery. It is has a forceps or pliers-like design terminating at the distal end with sharp-edged, scoop-shaped, narrow jaws attached to strong, sprung (self-opening), pivoted handles that, when squeezed together, close the jaws to bite (cut) through the mastoid tissue. It is available in various sizes and is made of high-grade stainless steel and designed to withstand the forces which are applied. This is a reusable device.